1967 Ford Cortina vs. 1989 Renault 4
To start off, 1989 Renault 4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford Cortina (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford Cortina weights approximately 185 kg more than 1989 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Ford Cortina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Cortina | 1989 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Cortina | 4 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
